Gongora powellii Schltr. Gongora powellii Schltr.

Although apparently restricted to Panama in distribution, it is more common in collections than you think . Usually under the name G. quinquenervis. The blooms are quite variable in colour and in size. They produces a strong, sweet and spicy perfume, which is similar to cardamon and nutmeg. There are numerous forms of this species around in culture, which are sometimes incorrectly labelled.

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